Glenburn Moonshine

$18.00 USD

Glenburn Moonshine is a rare and distinctive jewel in the world of oolongs. This Indian oolong from Darjeeling displays a memorable floral orchid aroma that is pronounced in the nose as well as in the palette. Lovers of sweeter teas will appreciate the fruity peach-like sweetness that lingers far beyond the sip and transforms into a bouquet of citrus. 

Harvest: Spring

Oxidation: Light

From the Maker:

"The raw material used for this tea is from the AV 2 clonal bushes. The characteristics of the AV 2 is predominately very flowery with peachy notes. These leaves are plucked in small quantity during the start of the season which is March and few days in April. The leaves are normally withered naturally without giving any hot air. The leaves are then rolled in a specialised mini rolling table to give the beautiful curly appearance with a show of nice tips. As the leaves are fresh and very succulent the cell rapture during rolling is faster emitting the unique character of this tea. It is kept for oxidation for a short period before being fired."

Weight 2oz

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"I’ve had the honor of knowing Shalini Agarwal, the proprietor and visionary behind Glenburn Tea Estate, for well over a decade now. I’ve always admired her dedication to preserving Glenburn’s legacy while remaining deeply committed to quality and craftsmanship. It is people like Shalini and her team, and their continued care for the land, the tea, and the craft, who keep the legacy of Darjeeling tea alive."

Oolong

Long Steep Method

SCOOP | 3 gm or 2 heaping tsp per 8oz water
POUR | 190° water over leaves
STEEP | 3 min

Steeping instructions are a starting point for how to make this tea. We encourage you to play around with the tea quantity or steeping time to customize the brew for your taste.

Gong Fu Method

SCOOP | 6 gm or 2 heaping tsp per 5oz water
POUR | 205° water over leaves
STEEP | 10-15 seconds and strain into fair cup/pitcher to share or enjoy alone

Rebrew several times for several times to enjoy how the tea evolves with each additional steeping

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